Tamiya 24079 Minolta Toyota 88C-V (C) 1/24 – Plastic Model Kit

Tamiya 24079 Minolta Toyota 88C-V (C) in 1/24 scale is a high-quality plastic model kit, designed for automotive modeling enthusiasts and racing legends fans. Tamiya products are renowned in the modeling market for their perfect craftsmanship and precisely reproduced details – and this set is no exception.

Vehicle History and Background

The Minolta Toyota 88C-V (C) is a Group C class racing car, developed by Toyota's motorsport division in collaboration with the famous TOM'S team. It debuted in 1988 and was extensively used in endurance racing, particularly in the World Sportscar Championship and the Japanese All Japan Sports Prototype Championship. The Minolta Toyota team raced this model in the legendary 24h Le Mans at the end of the 1980s, competing against brands such as Porsche and Jaguar. The distinctive white and blue livery with Minolta’s logo makes this model extremely recognizable and highly desired by motorsport fans.

• Scale: 1/24
• Country of use: Japan
• Period of use: 1988–1989 (modern times, late 1980s)
• Category: Plastic model kit
• Material: High-quality plastic
• Set contents: Sprues with plastic parts, Minolta/TOM'S detail decals, assembly instructions
• Add-ons: The kit does not include glue or paints – to be purchased separately.

Model Features

The Tamiya 24079 model was designed to replicate even the finest details of the original – from the authentic body lines and cockpit interior details to realistic decals representing sponsor markings. The assembly instructions are clear, and the fit of the parts is very good, typical of Tamiya products.

Who is it recommended for?

We recommend this model to both intermediate and advanced modellers, due to its demanding paint scheme and numerous decal applications. It will be a great challenge for motorsport enthusiasts and collectors of racing car models.

• Build difficulty level: 3/5

Tamiya 24079 Minolta Toyota 88C-V (C) 1/24 guarantees satisfaction and superb build quality – an ideal choice for expanding your racing model collection or as a gift for a motorsport fan!